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Tuesday, July 21, 2026 · No. 201

Asia

All Asia news curated by The Cultural Signal — real-time press release coverage across the global art world.

8 stories across Contemporary, Asia, Art Fair, and Seoul. Latest: Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition Announces New Curated Sections and Expanded Programme.

Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition Announces New Curated Sections and Expanded Programme
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition Announces New Curated Sections and Expanded Programme

The fifth edition of Frieze Seoul will once again connect the global art world to Asia, with new curated sections and an expanded programme. The fair continues to build on its role as a platform for international galleries and artists, fostering dialogue between Asian and Western art scenes.

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Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition to Feature Expanded Programme, New Curated Sections
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul's Fifth Edition to Feature Expanded Programme, New Curated Sections

Frieze announced the fifth edition of its Seoul fair, which will once again connect the global art world to Asia with new curated sections and an expanded programme. The fair, which has been held annually since 2022, aims to strengthen ties between international and Asian art scenes.

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Frieze London 2026 Connects Global Art World to Asia with Expanded Programme

Frieze London 2026 Connects Global Art World to Asia with Expanded Programme

The fifth edition of Frieze London has opened, once again connecting the global art world to that of Asia, with new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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Frieze Announces Fifth Edition of Asian Fair with Expanded Programme
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Announces Fifth Edition of Asian Fair with Expanded Programme

Frieze has announced the fifth edition of its art fair dedicated to connecting the global art world to Asia, featuring new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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Frieze Seoul Fifth Edition Connects Global Art World to Asia, Adds Curated Section
FairSeoulJul 16

Frieze Seoul Fifth Edition Connects Global Art World to Asia, Adds Curated Section

The fifth edition of Frieze Seoul will feature a new curated section by Wonseok Koh, foregrounding underrepresented modern artists across 12 solo shows.

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Frieze London 2026 Opens with Expanded Asia-Focused Programme

Frieze London 2026 Opens with Expanded Asia-Focused Programme

On July 16, 2026, Frieze announced its fifth edition of Frieze London, which connects the global art world to Asia through new curated sections and an expanded programme.

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Thaddaeus Ropac to Present Antony Gormley 'Still Moving' at Long Museum West Bund

Thaddaeus Ropac to Present Antony Gormley 'Still Moving' at Long Museum West Bund

The Long Museum in Shanghai is presenting Still Moving, the first major exhibition of Antony Gormley’s work in China. The show features Critical Mass II from 1995, an installation of 60 life-size cast iron body forms, which is making its first appearance in Asia.

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Art Basel Hong Kong Announces Visitor Guidelines and Security Protocols for Upcoming Fair

Art Basel Hong Kong Announces Visitor Guidelines and Security Protocols for Upcoming Fair

Art Basel Hong Kong supplies a floorplan to locate participating galleries and information on its Conversations and film program at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Partners listed are the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Qatar Airways and Westminster Travel Ltd.

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